Ready to kick off your preparation for the IELTS test? There is a wealth of resources and practice material you can explore on the IELTS website. This 'A to Z of IELTS’ will delve into a range of different topics to help you better prepare for the test efficiently.
If you are looking to improve your vocabulary by adding a few more idioms to your repertoire or need a few tips to boost your grammatical range and pronunciation for a high band score, follow this space to learn about the A to Z of the IELTS test.
A is for action verbs
Add more oomph to your sentences by using some powerful action verbs starting with "A". Read this article to learn more.
B is for 'blue' and 'black' idioms
Brighten up your language by adding some colourful idioms to your vocabulary.
C is for 'collocations'
A collocation is two or more words that occur frequently together. Read this article to learn more.
D is for Dos and Don'ts
Booked in for an IELTS test? Follow these do's and don'ts to give yourself the best chance of a high band score.
E is for Essays
Preparing for IELTS Writing? Read this article on the different types of essays you are likely to encounter in the test.
F is for Free Preparation Material
At IDP, we offer a wide variety of free preparation materials to help test takers improve their chances in their upcoming test.
G is for Grammatical Range and Accuracy
Grammatical range and accuracy is one of the key assessment criteria in the IELTS test. Take a closer look at what it constitutes.
H is for Hyperboles
Hyperboles are often used by native speakers and you may want to consider using them in the IELTS Speaking test to enhance your band score.
I is for Intonation
Intonation is an important part of your speaking as it can help indicate meaning. Focus on this area in your IELTS test preparation.
J is for Justification
In the IELTS Speaking and Writing tests, you will be required to justify your opinion and ideas. Here are some examples of how to do this.
K is for Keywords (part 1)
Looking out for keywords is a great way to identify and understand what the topic is about. It's a useful tool in helping you build ideas.
K is for Keywords (part 2)
In this article, lets look at scanning and identifying questions for keywords in the IELTS Reading test.
L is for Lexical Resource
Lexical resource is all about how flexibly and fluently you can find the right words and phrases to convey precise meanings.
M is to Memorise or not
Can memorising answers be a useful approach in your preparation for your IELTS test? Let's take a look.
N is for 'Not Given'
Do you find the ‘Not Given’ option tricky? Let’s look at some handy tips to help make the choice easier for you.
O is for IELTS Online
IDP IELTS proudly presents IELTS Online - a new way to take the world’s trusted IELTS Academic test from the comfort of your home.
Q for IELTS Writing task 1 Question types
This guide breaks down the different question types in the Writing Task 1 section such as line graphs, bar charts, maps, table, etc.
R for IELTS Reading
An overview of different IELTS Reading question types, equipping you with the knowledge to tackle them with confidence.
S for IELTS Speaking
Master the key criteria for higher band scores by understanding how examiners rate you for Fluency and coherence.
T for Tone in IELTS General Training Writing
In this article, learn tips to convey the right attitude and formality in your IELTS General Training Writing letters.
U for handling Unclear questions in IELTS
Struggling with IELTS Speaking questions? Learn strategies to handle unclear prompts and boost your performance.
V for Vocabulary range
Want to boost your IELTS Speaking and Writing scores? Explore effective strategies for expanding your vocabulary range.
W for Work in IELTS Speaking
You may be asked to discuss your work in the IELTS Speaking test. Discover effective strategies and examples to respond confidently.
X for examples
How to use examples effectively in your IELTS essays? Explore expert strategies and tips for writing impactful essays.
Y for Yes, No and Not Given questions
Master Yes, No and Not Given questions in IELTS Reading. Decode these question types and boost your reading score.
Z for avoid scoring Zero in IELTS
Worried about scoring zero in the IELTS test? Discover essential tips to avoid mistakes and maximize your chances for success.